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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Lancaster, Ohio

 
Clickable Map of Fairfield County, Ohio and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Fairfield County, OH (75) Franklin County, OH (586) Hocking County, OH (30) Licking County, OH (157) Perry County, OH (33) Pickaway County, OH (45)  FairfieldCounty(75) Fairfield County (75)  FranklinCounty(586) Franklin County (586)  HockingCounty(30) Hocking County (30)  LickingCounty(157) Licking County (157)  PerryCounty(33) Perry County (33)  PickawayCounty(45) Pickaway County (45)
Lancaster is the county seat for Fairfield County
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1 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 140 East Main Street — 1832
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137819) HM
2 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 166th Infantry 42nd Division World War Memorial
“In Memoriam” This plot dedicated to the Boys of the Rainbow Division 166th Inf. World War 42nd Div. A list of names is included on the memorial. It is unclear whether this list includes all members from the Lancaster . . . Map (db m13223) WM
3 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Birthplace of Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman
Birthplace of Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman, Feb 8, 1820; John Sherman – Statesman, May 10, 1823.Map (db m9609) HM
4 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — C & O Depot at Carroll, Ohio
This building, the original C & O Depot at Carroll, Ohio, was presented to the Fairfield County Agricultural Society by Mr. & Mrs. James D. McGill August 1966. It will be preserved for Historical purposes.Map (db m61848) HM
5 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 10-23 — Camp Anderson — (1861–1865)
Fairfield County quickly mobilized after the attack on Ft. Sumter, South Carolina on April 12, 1861 and the beginning of the Civil War. Parts of the county fairgrounds became Camp Anderson, in honor of Major Robert Anderson who commanded Fort Sumter . . . Map (db m119493) HM
6 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — City Hall — 1897
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137820) HM
7 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Civil War Union Soldiers Memorial — 1861-1865
In memory of the Union Soldiers who served in the Army from 1861-1865.Map (db m12918) HM
8 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients — State of Ohio, Fairfield County
United States of America Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients State of Ohio, Fairfield County Civil War Davidson, Andrew - Asst. Surgeon - Mississippi 1863 Dorsey, Daniel Allen - 1st Lt. - Georgia 1862 Gregg, Joseph Olds - Captain - . . . Map (db m12157) HM
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9 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Daniel Sifford House — 1840
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137821) HM
10 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War Memorial
A Memorial to Our Fathers [Dedicated] June 19, 1928Map (db m35391) HM
11 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Decorative Arts Center of Ohio — at the Reese-Peters House — (Welcome to the) —
The Reese-Peters House, home of the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, is an exceptional example of transitional Greek Revival architecture demonstrating characteristics of both Federal and Greek Revival styles. The house was built in 1835 . . . Map (db m137813) HM
12 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Dumontville General Store
. . . Map (db m61843) HM
13 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Fairfield County Memorial Mural
Esta. 1800 Fairfield County Army • Marine Corps • Navy • Air Force • Space Force • Coast Guard Honor Hometown HeroesMap (db m209387) WM
14 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Fairfield County Veterans Memorial
For God and Country we dedicate this memorial in loving memory of our veterans, friends, and relatives who have served their country so we may continue to enjoy freedom and a democracy. Duty, Honor, Country Dedicated . . . Map (db m14239) HM
15 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Fairfield County Veterans Service Commission Veterans Memorial
Dedicated to all Veterans Past and Present Who Served in the US MilitaryMap (db m35428) HM
16 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 1-23 — Fairfield School for Boys — 1857 – 1979
As the nation’s first and largest minimum security correctional facility, the Fairfield School for Boys served over 100,000 Ohio juvenile offenders. The school was converted to an adult facility in 1980. (text on supplementary . . . Map (db m119566) HM
17 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Floral Hills All American Veterans Memorial
In Memory of All American Veterans These flagpoles are dedicated to the memory of our loved ones who served in the Armed Forces. The American Veteran - Forever a symbol of heroism, sacrifice, loyalty, and freedom [Separate . . . Map (db m12721) HM
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18 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — General William Tecumseh Sherman — 1820–1891
Famous Civil War General. His brilliant military strategy was the major force to end the Civil War and preserve the Union. Commanding General of the United States Army, 1869–1883. Birthplace, Lancaster, Ohio.Map (db m9597) HM
19 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — George Hutchins Bridge — 1904
Originally crossed Clear Creek at Strickler Road Near Zane's Trace. Rebuilt in the year 2000 by Park Maintenance Staff using 30% original materials.Map (db m161347) HM
20 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Giani-Mumaugh Memorial — 1805
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137773) HM
21 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 12-23 — John Bright #2 Covered Bridge
Built in 1881, John Bright #2 covered bridge originally spanned Poplar Creek on Bish Road near Baltimore, Ohio. It is named after pioneer settler John Bright, whose family farm was located near the original site. August Borneman of . . . Map (db m224964) HM
22 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Joseph E. Beery M.D.
In memory of Father and Mother Brothers and Sisters of Joseph E. Beery M.D. Doctor Beery organized the Mount Tabor Cemetery Association in 1945 and was its first president. His contribution and untiring effort made possible . . . Map (db m137732) HM
23 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Lancaster Methodist Camp Ground Historic District — Established 1872 — United Methodist Church Registered Historic Site No. 217 —
was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service, U.S. Dept. of the Interior, Sept. 10, 1987 in recognition of its historical and architectural significance. Originated at Logan 1872; moved to . . . Map (db m52871) HM
24 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Lancaster’s Richard Outcault — 1863–1928
He created the first comic strip ... De Yellow Kid. • “And Buster Brown too!”Map (db m9601) HM
25 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Liberty Township No. 6 School
This building, the original Liberty Twp. No. 6 School, was presented to the Fairfield County Agriculture Society by the Arthur Weakley Family of Baltimore, Ohio, August, 1976. The original school house bell was presented by Douglas A. Weakley of . . . Map (db m61844) HM
26 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Lieutenants Ross Frazier and Paul Hughes Memorial
These trees are a living memorial to members who made the supreme sacrifice for American Ideals. Lt Ross Frazier Lt Paul Hughes Planted April 23 1939 Dedicated May 30 1947Map (db m27108) HM
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27 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Maple Grove Cemetery Veterans Memorial
In Memoriam of All VeteransMap (db m31379) HM
28 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Maple Street United Evangelical Chapel Cornerstone
This Cornerstone is from the original Maple Street United Evangelical Chapel which stood at the northeast corner of the alley on Maple Street between Main and Wheeling Streets ——— • . . . Map (db m137730) HM
29 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Opal C. [nee Hatlestad] Kistler
First bride married in OSU Stadium to Keith J. Kistler Oct. 19, 2002Map (db m96432) HM
30 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Pioneer Log House — 1803 - 1953
This museum is the product of the public spirited cooperation of the citizens of Fairfield County —————— The log house was dismantled and erected by the Fairfield County Commissioners —————— The site was provided by the Fairfield County . . . Map (db m61842) HM
31 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Rising Park Centennial Celebration — July 3, 2009
On this day, July 3, 2009, the City of Lancaster celebrated 100 years of the beginning of Rising Park and the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department. Rising Park was originally dedicated July 5, 1909, following the gift of 73 acres from . . . Map (db m35429) HM
32 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Saint John's Episcopal Church — 1848
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137851) HM
33 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church — 1864
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137744) HM
34 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Saint Peter's Lutheran Church — 1882
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137856) HM
35 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — St. Mary's Church Centennial — 1820 - 1920
Fist Mass, 1817 Lancaster, Ohio. —————— Sancta Maria, Ora Pro Nobis.Map (db m61841) HM
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36 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Standing Stone National Bank — Established 1989
Named after Lancaster's most famous landmark, Mt. Pleasant, once called Standing Stone by Native AmericansMap (db m35444) HM
37 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption
Recognized by the National Register of Historic Places 1864Map (db m209388) HM
38 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Fairfield Building
has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m137784) HM
39 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Fairfield County Children's Home
The Former Site of The Fairfield County Children's Home 1743 East Main Street Lancaster, Ohio has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior [Placed] December . . . Map (db m79991) HM
40 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 5-23 — The Fifty Star Flag — A Symbol of America
The design for the fifty star flag was born here at Lancaster High School in 1958 when student Robert Heft designed it for a history class project. Reasoning that since Alaska was seeking admission as a state and that Hawaii would soon follow, Heft . . . Map (db m183072) HM
41 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Georgian — (AKA Samuel Maccracken House)
This structure has been recorded by the Historic American Building Survey of the United States Department of the Interior for its archives at the Library of Congress . . . Map (db m137849) HM
42 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The History of the Georgian
A Home for Sarah Maccracken. The first owners of the home were Samuel & Sarah Maccracken. Samuel was a businessman, real estate investor, an influential board member of several state institutions, and, at one time, was considered the . . . Map (db m241207) HM
43 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Ohio Military Hall of Fame — Fairfield County Honorees — Reported missing
The purpose of the Ohio Military Hall of Fame is to recognize those Ohio individuals who served in the United State Military and distinguished themselves by displaying extraordinary heroism in action against an enemy of the United States while . . . Map (db m35426) HM
44 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — The Original Lancaster Methodist's Bell
...commissioned in 1849 to ring the praise of Almighty God from the steeple of the old M.E. Church on South Jackson (High) Street, this bell was relocated by the congregation to their present church in September 1907. Eventually displaced by . . . Map (db m97373) HM
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45 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — Thomas Ewing House — 1824
Fairfield Heritage Association Historic Landmark Recognized by the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m137780) HM
46 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 6-23 — William Tecumseh Sherman
Lancaster’s native son, Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman, was a four star military genius. He played a major role in the Union victory during the Civil War as a brilliant commander and grand strategist who revolutionized war . . . Map (db m9599) HM
47 Ohio, Fairfield County, Lancaster — 8-23 — Zane's Trace
Colonel Ebenezer Zane played a major role in the development of Ohio, a role that helped place it on the path to statehood. A veteran of the Revolutionary War and experienced road builder, he received permission from Congress in 1796 to build a . . . Map (db m183073) HM
 
 
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